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Say Goodbye to These 4 Saturday Night Live Cast Members

On the heels of the announcement that Brooks Wheelan, a first-year cast member, won't be returning to Saturday Night Live, three more are leaving.

According to Variety, freshman players Noel Wells and John Milhiser are also departing the show—in addition to Nasim Pedrad, who's leaving to go costar on Fox's upcoming Mulaney.

I think most could have predicted Nasim's departure once her casting on Mulaney was announced, but when it comes to the three newcomers on SNL, I hate to say I'm not that surprised. Noel, John, and Brooks were three of the most underused—and, as a result, had the least memorable returning characters.

Still, it's sad to see anybody go, so let's pour one out for them. I leave you with Noel's funny turn as Lena Dunham:

Are you surprised at the news?

Photos: NBC

Anna MoesleinAssistant editor and entertainment writer. University of Missouri grad. Will listen to any song and watch any TV show, movie, or cute puppy video at least once (but probably twice). Eats ice cream or fro-yo daily—extra points if it has coconut.